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Pensions Update

11 November 2025

Proposing MP
Pat McFadden Lab
Wolverhampton South East
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the government's response to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's investigation into women's state pension age communication.

Action Requested

The Government will retake the December decision regarding communications on State Pension Age in light of new evidence, following proper process and transparency. This work will begin immediately, with updates provided as a conclusion is reached.

Key Facts

  • The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman investigation was completed by 17 December 2024.
  • A 2007 DWP evaluation of the effectiveness of Automatic Pension Forecast letters has been cited in legal proceedings.
  • The government will retake the decision made last December regarding communications on State Pension Age.
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